Aliko Dangote Make History: Becomes the First African to Reach a Net Worth of $30 Billion.
According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Aliko Dangote, the wealthiest individual in Africa, has further solidified his position at the top of the continent’s wealth rankings by increasing his net worth to $30.2 billion in 2025.
This marks a 8% year-to-date increase, translating to a $2.25 billion gain a growth largely powered by the soaring performance of his cement, refinery, and fertilizer businesses.
